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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Welcome to the Top Tier Tree ‘Ash Tree Bounty Chase’ Program! Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before participating. By submitting a report, you agree to these terms.
1. Program Overview
The ‘Ash Tree Bounty Chase’ is a lead generation initiative by Top Tier Tree
LLC to identify ash trees infested or potentially infested with pests or
diseases, such as Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Participants who provide verified
information will receive a portion of the bounty pool as a reward.
2. Eligibility
- Participation
is open to residents and businesses within Top Tier Tree’s Minnesota
service area. - Participants
must be 18 years or older. Minors may participate with parental or
guardian consent. - Employees
of Top Tier Tree LLC and their immediate family members are not eligible
to participate. - Participants
must not be prohibited by Minnesota or federal law from receiving
monetary rewards or prizes.
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3. Submission Requirements
To qualify for a reward, participants must:
- Provide
the exact location of the tree (address or GPS coordinates) within
Minnesota. - Submit
at least one clear photo showing visible signs of infestation, such as
D-shaped exit holes, woodpecker damage, or canopy dieback. - Provide
any known contact information for the property owner (if the tree is on
private property). - Ensure
that all submitted information is accurate and complete. - Acknowledge
that submissions will become the property of Top Tier Tree LLC for
verification and service purposes.
- Provide
4. Verification Process
- Top
Tier Tree will review all submissions to determine if the tree is
infested and within our Minnesota service area. - Submissions
leading to verified infestations or services will be eligible for a
reward. - If
multiple participants report the same tree, the reward will be issued to
the first verified submission based on the timestamp of receipt. - Participants
will be notified of their submission’s status within 14 business days. - Top
Tier Tree reserves the right to reject incomplete, false, or unverifiable
submissions.
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5. Bounty Pool and Rewards
- The
bounty pool is funded by Top Tier Tree LLC. - The
available bounty pool funds are limited to $10,000.00. - Rewards
will be allocated as follows:- $25-50
for each verified submission that leads to a confirmed infestation
report. - Additional
bonus for high-priority and/or high-scale infestations. - Additional
bonus for reports that lead to removal by Top Tier Tree LLC.
- $25-50
- Participants
earning $600 or more in rewards during a calendar year will be issued a
Form 1099-NEC, as required by the IRS. Participants are responsible for
reporting all income to the appropriate tax authorities. - Payments
will be issued via check, direct deposit, or other agreed-upon methods
within 60 days of verification. - Top
Tier Tree LLC reserves the right to set a maximum reward limit per
participant during a calendar year.
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6. Legal and Ethical Compliance
- Participants
must not trespass or violate property rights to obtain information. - Participants
must comply with Minnesota state and local laws regarding property access
and reporting. - Top
Tier Tree LLC is not responsible for disputes between participants and
property owners. - Participants
must not submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information. Doing so
may result in disqualification from the program and potential legal
action. - By
participating, participants confirm they have no legal or contractual
restrictions preventing their involvement in the program.
- Participants
7. Privacy and Confidentiality
- Personal
information collected will be used solely for the purposes of verifying
submissions and issuing rewards. - Top
Tier Tree LLC will not share participants’ information with third parties
without consent. - Property
owner information obtained during the program will be handled with
confidentiality and used exclusively for service verification and contact
purposes.
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8. Program Modifications and Termination
- Top
Tier Tree LLC reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the
program at any time without prior notice. - Any
changes will be posted on the official Top Tier Tree website and
communicated to participants. - In
the event of termination, rewards for verified submissions made prior to
termination will still be honored.
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9. Liability
- Top
Tier Tree LLC is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury resulting
from participation in this program. - Participants
assume all risks associated with their involvement in the program. - By
participating, participants agree to indemnify and hold harmless Top Tier
Tree LLC and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or liabilities
arising from their involvement.
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10. Disputes and Appeals
- Participants
may appeal decisions related to their submissions within 7 business days
of receiving notification. - Appeals
must be submitted in writing to Top Tier Tree LLC, detailing the basis
for the appeal. - Top
Tier Tree LLC will review appeals and provide a final decision within 14
business days. All decisions are final and binding.
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OFFICIAL RULES
1. Eligibility
The Bounty Hunt is open to individuals aged 18 and older. Minors may participate with parental or guardian consent.
Participants must be residents of Minnesota.
Employees of Top Tier Tree, their immediate family members, and affiliated contractors are not eligible to claim bounties.
2. How to Participate
Locate an ash tree that you suspect is infested with the emerald ash borer (EAB).
Submit a report through our official online form, including:
Accurate tree location (GPS coordinates or detailed description).
Clear photos showing signs of EAB infestation.
A brief description of the suspected infestation.
Each report will be reviewed by Top Tier Tree’s verification team.
3. Verification Process
Reports are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Only trees verified by our experts as infested will qualify for a reward.
If multiple people submit the same tree, the reward will go to the first verified submission.
4. Bounty Rewards
Approved submissions will earn a bounty of $25–$50 per verified tree, depending on location and severity.
Bonus rewards may be available for high-priority areas or large-scale infestations.
Payments will be made via direct deposit, PayPal, or check within two weeks of verification.
5. Restrictions & Disqualifications
Submitting false or misleading reports will result in disqualification.
Reports missing critical information (e.g., location, photos) may be rejected.
Participants cannot intentionally damage trees to create an infestation.
Trees located on private property require permission from the property owner before submission.
6. Duration & Availability
The bounty program will run until the designated bounty pool is depleted.
A live tracker will be available on our website to show the remaining funds.
Top Tier Tree reserves the right to modify or end the bounty hunt at any time.
7. Liability & Legal Considerations
By participating, you agree to abide by all local, state, and federal laws.
Top Tier Tree is not responsible for any injuries, trespassing violations, or damages incurred during participation.
Submission of a report grants Top Tier Tree permission to use photos and data for educational and promotional purposes.
8. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about the ‘Ash Tree Bounty Chase,’ please contact:
Top Tier Tree LLC
Phone: 763-220-1070
Email: info@toptiertreemn.com
Website: www.toptiertreemn.com
For more information and online submission form visit our Ash Tree Bounty page here – http://www.toptiertreemn.com/ash-tree-bounty